Description
This Baked Kielbasa Pierogi Casserole is a hearty and comforting dish featuring tender pierogies and sliced kielbasa sausage smothered in a creamy cheese sauce with cheddar and mozzarella. Baked to perfection until bubbly and golden, it's garnished with fresh green onions for a flavorful finish, making it a perfect easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 14 ounces sliced kielbasa sausage, ¼-inch thick
- 32 ounces frozen pierogies
Sauce Ingredients
- 1 (8-ounce) block softened cream cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
Garnish
- Sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Add Kielbasa and Pierogies: Place the 14 ounces of sliced kielbasa sausage and the 32 ounces of frozen pierogies evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Make the Sauce: In a bowl, use a hand mixer to whisk together the softened 8-ounce block of cream cheese and ½ cup sour cream until smooth. Then add ½ cup chicken broth, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon pepper, half of the shredded cheddar cheese, and half of the shredded mozzarella cheese. Whisk until well combined and creamy.
- Combine Pierogies and Sauce: Pour the cheese sauce over the pierogies and sausage in the baking dish. Mix gently to coat everything thoroughly with the sauce.
- Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle the remaining half of the cheddar cheese and mozzarella cheese evenly on top of the casserole.
- Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes to heat through and meld flavors.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and golden brown.
- Cool and Garnish: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with sliced green onions before serving to add a fresh, bright flavor.
Notes
- Use thawed pierogies if you want to reduce the baking time slightly.
- Sour cream can be substituted with Greek yogurt for a tangier taste and added protein.
- Feel free to add vegetables like sautéed onions or peppers for extra flavor and nutrition.
- If you prefer milder sausage, opt for turkey kielbasa.
- To make this dish gluten free, ensure the pierogies used are gluten free.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
